• Philipp JacobiusVietnam & CoTraveler
    I accidentally had some Japanese ramen for breakfast 🍜😅
    A double decker sleeper train at the train station.An 8 lane highway bridge from below.A big train depot along the way.The lake near Dali.Solid yogurt. That's really what it is called. Tastes pretty good!Mountains!On arrival in Lijiang.

    Taking the train to Lijiang

    February 8, 2024 in China ⋅ ☁️ 8 °C

    Some two weeks ago or so, when I decided to go on this trip, I already decided to prebook accommodation for five days in the mountain town of Lijiang over the Chinese New Years day. I figured I could just build my trip around those five nights, but at least I wouldn't have to worry about lodging during what is undoubtedly the busiest period of the year for Chinese travelers.

    Today was the day I had to go to Lijiang, an easy 3.5h away from Kunming in a C-class train. The ride went along some pretty scenery, as we were heading higher into the mountains. Lijiang is at an elevation of 2400m, after all.    Read more